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Paul calls out Diaz and Canelo after beating Silva

Jake Paul wants Nate Diaz or Canelo next (Image: Showtime)Jake Paul called out Nate Diaz and Canelo Alvarez following his unanimous decision victory over Anderson Silva. Paul won the contest with scorecards of 77-74, 78-73, and 78-73 but was caught in a backstage altercation with Diaz before the fight.Taking to the mic after his victory, Paul said: “I want Nate Diaz whose a b****. He tried to come into my locker room, he tried to cause some s*** and he always leaves the arena. So, Nate Diaz stop being a b**** and fight me – and Canelo you too.”You too, Canelo. You guys said ‘oh, you can’t beat a striker, you can’t beat a legend like Anderson Silva’. I just did it so why can’t I beat Canelo? F*** y’all.”He added: “Man it’s a surreal moment, hard work pays off, and first and foremost I want to thank Anderson. He was my ideal growing up, he inspired me to be great. He was the first celebrity I ever met. “Without him, we wouldn’t be having a fight this year. He’s a tough mofo, like for real, a legend.” Diaz was in attendance for the fight but appeared to leave after the final bell.The ex-UFC fighter has previously expressed interest in facing Paul in a boxing matchWe’ll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.For the latest news and breaking news visit: express.co.uk/sport/footballStay up to date with all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you.Follow us on Twitter @dexpress_sport – the official Daily Express & Express.co.uk Twitter account – providing real news in real time.We’re also on Facebook @dailyexpresssport – offering your must-see news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day to like, comment and share from the Daily Express, Sunday Express and Express.co.uk.

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